Duplicate of Context Clues

“My grandma’s demeanor was such that people thought she was rude when she was just honest.”

“It is difficult to sustain a smile if your whole world is falling apart.”

“Everyone had been talking, but they became quiet and solemn as the president stood to speak.” 

“If we watch Dancing with the Stars instead of the basketball game, my dad will be discontent.”

“Unlike Bob, who was always acted like he was in a bad mood, Dmitri was jovial and outgoing.”

“Pedro thought he could avoid any test by feigning an illness and staying home from school.”

“As Gerald walked home with the stolen money, strong feelings of remorse ate at his stomach.”

“Jim joked so much that when he talked about his accident, they didn’t think he was earnest.”

“Lydia would have tried to walk home, had it not been for the immense mountain in the way."

“When Sam cut her finger, she started acting melodramatic, crying and asking for a doctor.”

“When Charlene's friends tasted her cookies, she was flooded with inquiries for her recipe.”

“Grandpa didn’t know that Sue was coming along on the trip, so now he had to alter his plans.”

"I don't believe she really believes that. I think that's hogwash."

“My parents argued over what color napkins to buy, but I don't worry about frivolous things.”

“During the thunderstorm, we couldn't play outside because the conditions were dismal.”